Deep-dive articles on IPO investing, grey market premium, allotment strategies, and how to read the market — written for Indian retail investors.
IPO Education
Most investors don't fully understand what happens between IPO close and listing day. Here's a detailed breakdown of the allotment, refund, and listing timeline — and how to prepare for Day 1 trading.
IPO Education
Tracking IPO subscription data in real time gives retail investors a massive edge. Learn where to check live subscription numbers, what the QIB/NII/Retail breakdown means, and how to use this data before you apply.
Tax & Compliance
Made money from an IPO? Here's exactly how your gains are taxed in India — Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG), Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG), applicable rates, exemptions, and how to report them in your ITR.
Market Insights
Anchor investor data is released a day before every IPO opens — and most retail investors ignore it. Here's how to read anchor allotment information to make smarter IPO decisions.
Market Insights
Valuation is the most ignored and most important factor in IPO investing. Learn how to use P/E ratio and EV/EBITDA to determine if an IPO is fairly priced — or dangerously overpriced.
Regulatory Update
SEBI has introduced several key changes to IPO regulations in 2025–26 — including new price band rules, tightened OFS norms, and changes to anchor lock-in. Here's what every investor needs to know.
Investor Tips
From chasing GMP blindly to ignoring valuation, these are the most costly IPO errors retail investors make — and the simple fixes that can protect your capital.
IPO Education
The Draft Red Herring Prospectus holds every secret about a company going public. Most investors skip it — here's how to read it smartly in under 30 minutes.
Beginner Guide
New to IPO investing? This comprehensive guide walks you through the basics — from reading a DRHP to understanding lot sizes, subscription ratios, and how to maximise your allotment chances.
Market Insights
The Grey Market Premium is one of the most watched unofficial indicators before an IPO lists. We explain what GMP is, how it's derived, and how to use it wisely without getting burned.
IPO Education
Not all IPOs are the same. SME IPOs and Mainboard IPOs differ significantly in eligibility, lot sizes, risk profile, and regulatory requirements. Here's a detailed breakdown.
Strategy
Getting allotment in oversubscribed IPOs is more strategy than luck. These 5 practical tips — used by experienced investors — can meaningfully improve your odds without breaking any rules.
Strategy
Listing day is where fortunes are made and lost in IPO investing. A clear pre-planned strategy — not emotion — determines your outcome. Here's how to approach the first day of trading.
Latest Strategy
Confused about which IPO to apply in 2026? This guide explains how to analyze IPOs using GMP, fundamentals, and subscription data to maximise your profits.